Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Indian Journal of Anaesthesia (IJA) WEEKLY QUIZ #22

 

Indian Journal of Anaesthesia (IJA)

WEEKLY QUIZ  #22

IJA Quiz Masters -

Dr. Muralidhar Thondebhavi S, Dr. Manshad Showkath, Dr. Shilpa GK Bhat, Dr. Bhavna Gupta, Dr. Tushar Chokshi
 
Dr. Rakesh Garg
Editor-in-Chief
Indian Journal of Anaesthesia

 

Q1 Which of the following induction agents is reported to be the only independent risk factor for haemodynamic collapse during tracheal intubation in critically ill patients, according to a secondary analysis of the INTUBE findings?

A. Ketamine
B. Etomidate
C. Propofol
D. Benzodiazepines

Correct Answer: C. Propofol

https://journals.lww.com/ijaweb/fulltext/2024/06000/induction_agents_for_emergency_airway_management.2.aspx

Khawaja, Asad1; Karamchandani, Kunal2. Induction agents for emergency airway management in critically ill patients. Indian Journal of Anaesthesia 68(6):p 514-516, June 2024. | DOI: 10.4103/ija.ija_380_24

 

Q2. Which of the following statements is true regarding the prophylactic use of corticosteroids for preventing postoperative neurocognitive dysfunction (PNCD) based on the findings from a systematic review and meta-analysis?

A. Corticosteroids significantly reduce the incidence of delayed neurocognitive recovery (dNCR) after surgery.

B. The use of corticosteroids is associated with a significant increase in postoperative infections.

C. Corticosteroids have been shown to significantly lower the incidence of postoperative delirium (POD).

D. The analysis found no significant benefit of corticosteroids on postoperative neurocognitive dysfunction (PNCD) incidence.

 

Correct Answer: C. Corticosteroids have been shown to significantly lower the incidence of postoperative delirium (POD).

https://journals.lww.com/ijaweb/fulltext/2024/06000/effect_of_prophylactic_corticosteroids_on.3.aspx

Singh, Narinder P.; Makkar, Jeetinder K.1; Goel, Nitika1; Karamchandani, Kunal2; Singh, Mandeep3; Singh, Preet M.4. Effect of prophylactic corticosteroids on postoperative neurocognitive dysfunction in the adult population: An updated systematic review, meta-analysis, and trial sequential analysis of randomised controlled trials. Indian Journal of Anaesthesia 68(6):p 517-526, June 2024. | DOI: 10.4103/ija.ija_149_24

 

Q3. What is the primary aim of the study involving dexmedetomidine and succinylcholine in patients undergoing ECT in the latest issues of IJA?

A. To evaluate the hemodynamic changes in patients receiving dexmedetomidine

B. To determine the efficacy of a low dose of dexmedetomidine in reducing succinylcholine-induced myalgia

C. To compare the anesthesia recovery times in patients receiving dexmedetomidine

D. To assess the safety profile of high-dose dexmedetomidine in ECT patients

Answer: B

https://journals.lww.com/ijaweb/fulltext/2024/06000/dexmedetomidine_for_reducing.9.aspx

Sriramka, Bhavna; Panigrahy, Sasmita; Ramasubbu, Mathan Kumar1; Mishra, Suvendu N.2. Dexmedetomidine for reducing succinylcholine-induced myalgia in patients undergoing electroconvulsive therapy: A randomised controlled trial. Indian Journal of Anaesthesia 68(6):p 560-565, June 2024. | DOI: 10.4103/ija.ija_1159_23

 

Q4. Which of the following perioperative factors were identified as independent predictors of acute kidney injury (AKI) following oesophagectomy in a recent prospective observational study published in IJA?

A. Preoperative chemotherapy, intraoperative hypotension, and use of nephrotoxic antibiotics

B. Age, anastomotic leak, and use of vasopressors in the postoperative period

C. Duration of surgery, intraoperative blood loss, and use of contrast-enhanced imaging

D. Preoperative nutritional status, presence of comorbidities, and postoperative pain management

Answer: B

https://journals.lww.com/ijaweb/fulltext/2024/06000/comparison_of_the_efficacy_of_0_9__normal_saline.8.aspx

Sakkanan, Naveen Vivek1; Swaminathan, Srinivasan1; Bidkar, Prasanna Udupi1; Vairappan, Balasubramaniyan2; Sathiaprabhu, A3; Dey, Ankita4. Comparison of the efficacy of 0.9% normal saline with balanced crystalloid (Plasmalyte) in maintaining the metabolic profile in head injury patients undergoing evacuation of acute subdural haematoma – A randomised controlled trial. Indian Journal of Anaesthesia 68(6):p 553-559, June 2024. | DOI: 10.4103/ija.ija_1160_23

 

Question 5Which of the following statements best describes optic nerve sheath diameter (ONSD) monitoring in neurological outcome prognostication?

 

A)    ONSD monitoring is primarily used for assessing cognitive function.

B)    ONSD monitoring is a technique used to measure intracranial pressure indirectly.

C)     ONSD monitoring is exclusively employed for diagnosing optic nerve disorders

D)    ONSD monitoring is not effective in predicting neurological outcomes

 

Answer : B

 

Q 6Which of the following aspects is NOT a recommended approach for anaesthetic management in patients with Hajdu Cheney syndrome?

 

 

A) Using video laryngoscope or fibreoptic scope for tracheal intubation.

B) Assessing coagulation profiles preoperatively.

C) Utilizing larger-size endotracheal tubes to ensure sufficient airflow.

D) Ensuring adequate blood product availability

 

Answer C

https://journals.lww.com/ijaweb/fulltext/2024/06000/research_trends_in_optic_nerve_sheath_diameter.12.aspx

Magoon, Rohan; Jose, Jes1; Suresh, Varun2. Research trends in optic nerve sheath diameter monitoring – A bibliometric study. Indian Journal of Anaesthesia 68(6):p 579-582, June 2024. | DOI: 10.4103/ija.ija_205_24

 

 

 

 Q.7 which of the following is NOT an independent predictor of AKI (Acute Kidney Injury)in patients undergoing elective oesophagectomy?

 

A)    Higher age

B)    Anastomotic leak

C)     Use of vasopressors in the postoperative period

D)    Preoperative fluid intake

 

Answer : D

https://journals.lww.com/ijaweb/fulltext/2024/06000/incidence_of_acute_kidney_injury_and_its.11.aspx

Parab, Swapnil Y.; Majety, Sarat Chandra; Ranganathan, Priya; Jiwnani, Sabita1; Pramesh, CS1; Shetmahajan, Madhavi. Incidence of acute kidney injury and its associated risk factors in patients undergoing elective oesophagectomy surgeries at a tertiary care cancer institute – A pilot prospective observational study. Indian Journal of Anaesthesia 68(6):p 572-578, June 2024. | DOI: 10.4103/ija.ija_98_24

 

 

Q. 8 Which among these is a novel biomarker used for early prediction of Acute Kidney Injury

 

A) neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin

B) kidney injury molecule-2

C) kidney injury molecule-3

D) creatine kinase

 

Answer : A)

https://journals.lww.com/ijaweb/fulltext/2024/06000/incidence_of_acute_kidney_injury_and_its.11.aspx

Parab, Swapnil Y.; Majety, Sarat Chandra; Ranganathan, Priya; Jiwnani, Sabita1; Pramesh, CS1; Shetmahajan, Madhavi. Incidence of acute kidney injury and its associated risk factors in patients undergoing elective oesophagectomy surgeries at a tertiary care cancer institute – A pilot prospective observational study. Indian Journal of Anaesthesia 68(6):p 572-578, June 2024. | DOI: 10.4103/ija.ija_98_24

 

 

Q.9 What adverse effect is associated with the infusion of large volumes of 0.9% normal saline?

 

A)    Hyponatremia

B)    Hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis

C)    Hypochloremic alkalosis

D)   Hyperkalemia

 

Answer : B

https://journals.lww.com/ijaweb/fulltext/2024/06000/comparison_of_the_efficacy_of_0_9__normal_saline.8.aspx

Sakkanan, Naveen Vivek1; Swaminathan, Srinivasan1; Bidkar, Prasanna Udupi1; Vairappan, Balasubramaniyan2; Sathiaprabhu, A3; Dey, Ankita4. Comparison of the efficacy of 0.9% normal saline with balanced crystalloid (Plasmalyte) in maintaining the metabolic profile in head injury patients undergoing evacuation of acute subdural haematoma – A randomised controlled trial. Indian Journal of Anaesthesia 68(6):p 553-559, June 2024. | DOI: 10.4103/ija.ija_1160_23

 

 

 

Q.10 What is the half life of Ondansentron

 

A)    1 Hour

B)    2 Hour

C)     3 Hour

D)    4 Hour


Answer : C)

 

https://journals.lww.com/ijaweb/fulltext/2024/06000/olanzapine_versus_standard_antiemetic_prophylaxis.10.aspx

Deb, Binayak; Saini, Kulbhushan; Arora, Suman; Kumar, Sanjay; Soni, Shiv L.; Saini, Manu1. Olanzapine versus standard antiemetic prophylaxis for the prevention of post-discharge nausea and vomiting after propofol-based general anaesthesia: A randomised controlled trial. Indian Journal of Anaesthesia 68(6):p 566-571, June 2024. | DOI: 10.4103/ija.ija_1162_23

 

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